Doi Luang
Chiang Dao is a limestone mountain in the Chiang Dao
Wildlife Reserve area, Amphoe Chiang Dao. This
cone-shaped mountain is 2,195 metres from sea level,
which makes it the third highest mountain in Thailand
after Doi Inthanon and Doi Pha Hom Pok.
Narrow plains on top of the mountain overlook
spectacular views that include a sea of fog on the
Amphoe Chiang Dao side, Doi Sam Phi Nong, the
Chiang Dao mountain range, and the far end of Doi
Inthanon. The peak is cool and windy. It is
full of rare highland flowers, birds, and butterflies.
Visiting Doi Chiang Dao needs an approval
letter from the Director of Wildlife Reserve Division,
Royal Forest Department. Travel must be arranged at
least 2 weeks in advance. Contact tel. 0 2561 2947 for
more information.
How to get
there: The peak is accessible on foot. At
Chiang Dao cave, guides, porters, and chartered
transfers to the starting point of the trail are
available. Rented local truck costs around 900
baht and, a porter is 300 baht per person. There
are no tourist facilities on Chiang Dao Mountain.
Visitors must bring their own sleeping bags, food, and
water.
Descending the mountain
is possible on the trail near Ban Tham, which
is located near Chiang Dao cave. The trail is rather
steep; nevertheless, it could shorten the walking
distance upon descending. It is quite difficult to climb
up.
The center serves as
a demonstrative development model for the hill tribe
people based on the philosophy of promoting proper
agricultural technology to hill tribe farmers. The site
is open for the public to explore pilot plots of
vegetables, flowers, fruits, Hmongs plantation
and the Poi River. In addition, the Royal
Project Foundation has its own shop selling daily fresh
produce. Tours complete with a lecturer can be arranged
in advance and advanced reservation is recommended for
group visits. Toilets and parking areas are also
available.
Located at Mueang Ngai Village.
The locals built the stupa to mark the stay of King
Naresuan the Great before he led his troop to invade
Angwa in Myanmar in 1604.
Tham Chiang Dao is a charming cave located in Amphoe
Chiang Dao. It is situated 72 kilometres from Chiang Mai
town, turn left at the entrance route and proceed for 5
kilometres on an asphalt road. Convenient parking
is available. Climb a staircase with a zinc roof
to reach the cave. The lovely cave greets visitors with
various kinds of fish swimming in a stream in front of
the cave.
Touring in and around
Tham Chiang Dao with a local guide is possible
by contacting local guides in front of the cave. A
service fee is charged.
Tham Chiang Dao is a charming cave located in Amphoe
Chiang Dao. It is situated 72 kilometres from Chiang Mai
town, turn left at the entrance route and proceed for 5
kilometres on an asphalt road. Convenient parking
is available. Climb a staircase with a zinc roof
to reach the cave. The lovely cave greets visitors with
various kinds of fish swimming in a stream in front of
the cave.
Touring in and around
Tham Chiang Dao with a local guide is possible
by contacting local guides in front of the cave. A
service fee is charged.
